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HardwareApple overhauls iPod Shuffle, Nano and Touch
New models come with iTunes update and social networking tool
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HardwareScottish school shifts wholly to the iPad
Head of computing and IT at Cedars School gives the rationale behind his decision
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CommunicationsSalford's MediaCity pushes technology boundaries
In preperation for 3D, ultra HD and a tapeless workflow
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CommunicationsGoogle adds Priority Inbox to combat information overload
Gmail feature will "revolutionise the way we use email"
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ManagementCost of Windows 7 migration will rise due to lack of skilled staff
As the deadline for moving to Windows 7 approaches, businesses will have to dig deep to keep their operating systems up-to-date
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CommunicationsHuawei unveils £99 Android 2.2 handset
Ideos is first affordable Android 2.2 phone, co-developed with Google 02 Sep 2010
New wireless charging standard launches
Wireless Power Consortium's Qi spec could be a boon for mobile users 02 Sep 2010
Samsung Galaxy Tab is finally unveiled
"On the go" device includes video conferencing capabilities and 7in TFT screen 02 Sep 2010
BT Global Services expands SIP trunking services
The giant highlights reduced call costs and better remote user collaboration 02 Sep 2010
Dell tightens SME security with Trend Micro deal
Companies promise easy-to-use package for small firms 02 Sep 2010
Councils failing to deliver adequate online services
Local authorities must encourage more customers to shift to using the web, according to Socitm 02 Sep 2010
Businesses ignore datacentre advice
Survey finds 97 per cent of firms do not act on recommendations of datacentre experts 02 Sep 2010
Fibrecity offers Dundee residents 100Mbit/s FTTH
Fibrecity is using sewerage system to connect residents 01 Sep 2010
Microsoft ad warns of VMware 'lock-in'
Meanwhile, VMware CEO says operating systems will be less important in the future 01 Sep 2010
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CommunicationsSalford's MediaCity pushes technology boundaries
In preperation for 3D, ultra HD and a tapeless workflow 02 Sep 2010
What are the business benefits of virtual worlds?
Experts cite collaboration and brainstorming, recruitment and training 26 Aug 2010
Intel to challenge rival ARM with McAfee buy
Intel hopes to increase share in the embedded processor market by adding security to appeal to manufacturers 20 Aug 2010
Interview: John Linwood, chief technology officer, BBC
Technology chief John Linwood talks about his role in making the broadcaster a leaner, greener, more innovative organisation 16 Aug 2010
IT degree upsurge a temporary reprieve
As applicant numbers for degrees across the board rise dramatically, key IT figures warn this will not in itself solve the IT skills problem the industry is facing 19 Aug 2010
Experts bemused by Intel's McAfee buy
Deal risks making security firm an irrelevance, say analysts 19 Aug 2010
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